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  • Gordon Pike avatar

    In Your Face ... Series

    Contributed by Gordon Pike on Jan 30, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 6,263 views

    Christians have the external world, the internal flesh, and the infernal Devil to deal with every day. If you have been a Christian for any length of time, then the Tempter is no stranger to you.

    How do seeds give birth? Seeds. Seeds are baby plants. One of Jesus’ most well-known parables is the parable about the Sower. Jesus describes God as a farmer who liberally sows seeds. He casts seeds where other farmers wouldn’t waste their time and seed … pathways, rocky places, weed patches. ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Fast Pass

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 31, 2003
    based on 28 ratings
     | 4,140 views

    Many of us want to bypass trial and temptation - but God says there is no "Fast Pass" around difficulty. In fact, we need to learn from the mistakes of others in order to learn patience and the way to withstand temptation.

    Recently I went to Disneyland. I’ve been there a number of times, but this time something was different. Instead of one line for each ride – many had two lines. While waiting for the Big Thunder Mountain Railroad – I watched in dismay as people walked right up to the front and got on what seemed ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Fall Of Man Series

    Contributed by Brad Beaman on May 21, 2022
     | 4,940 views

    God made Adam and Eve with a will to make a choice. They had the option of obeying God and his command or disobeying. The pull or lure to disobey is temptation. The temptation and the fall began with the serpent luring Eve to disobey God.

    The Bible records that the original couple Adam and Eve were deceived by Satan and sin marred God’s creation including mankind. The fall of man tells the story that is basic for the rest of the Bible. God’s plan to redeem fallen man. To save humanity lost in the fall. We are looking at the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Fasting For Lent

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Feb 24, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,500 views

    In response to the temptation to throw himself into the rat race called material satisfaction, Jesus finds a calm centre, an anchor in the word of God. That centered faith will enable him to deal with all the other temptations to come.

    There once was a little boy named Bobby, who desperately wanted a new bicycle. His plan was to save his nickels, dimes and quarters until he finally had enough to buy a new 10-speed bike. Each night he asked God to help him save his money. Kneeling beside his bed, he prayed, “Dear Lord, ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    How Do We Overcome Temptation? (Luke, Part 3) Series

    Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 7, 2022
     | 1,650 views

    None of us is immune to being tempted … but we all can overcome by following the same model that Jesus provided for us. When you resist him, you are choosing the things of God; you are choosing to turn away from the quick pleasure fix (of sin) and seeking His way to guide your life.

    Introduction / Recap - We know that Luke was a physician – helped Paul throughout his ministry -- He was most likely a Gentile from Antioch (Syria) addressing a Gentile audience - Examining the language of the text indicates that he was well educated -- Familiar with Greek; well versed in ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Gethsemane

    Contributed by Joshua Deerinwater on Nov 22, 2000
    based on 190 ratings
     | 15,927 views

    Jesus's victory over temptation, and what we can learn from it.

    Gethsemane Text: Luke 22:39-46 I. The Garden v.39 "And he came out, and went, as He was wont, to the Mt. of Olives . . . . v.40 "And when He was at the place . . . . Q) Where is "the place" Luke is talking about here? A) Matt. 26:36 & Mark 14:32 , tell us that "the place" is the Garden ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    New Life In Christ

    Contributed by Mark Williams on Jan 5, 2003
    based on 4 ratings
     | 4,515 views

    The power of temptation, where does it come from and how do we beat it

    ) All scripture is quoted from “The Amplified Bible” unless marked with ( * ) then scripture is quoted from NIV. By Gods grace and mercy we are saved Romans 10:13 “For everyone who calls on the name of the lord invoking him as Lord will be saved.” INVOKE ( Oxford dictionary )Call upon ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Obligated, Eager And Not Ashamed Series

    Contributed by Greg Johnson on Aug 21, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 5,538 views

    Being consumed with a passion to share the gospel will overcome any temptation to be ashamed of it.

    By Greg Johnson August 20, 2006 http://www.LovingGodFellowship.org The Apostle Paul had a passion to share the gospel with all people; rich and poor, educated and non-educated, Jew and Gentile. In Philemon we see that Paul shared the gospel with a run-a-way slave. In Acts we see Paul sharing ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    When The Beast Gets Loose Series

    Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Nov 29, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,337 views

    Part 3 in a series on temptation. This deals with last 3 of seven deadly sins.

    KILL OR BE KILLED Part 3-When the Beast Gets Loose Romans 7:14-20 October 21, 2007 Pastor Brian Matherlee Read Romans 7:14-20 We know that the law is spiritual; but I am unspiritual, sold as a slave to sin. Ro 7:15 I do not understand what I do. For what I want to do I do not do, but what I hate ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    Recipe For Success Series

    Contributed by Rick Pendleton on Nov 5, 2012
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,207 views

    This is part 2... Joseph is our example of how to be successful under trials and temptations

    Recipe for Success Genesis 39:7-10 Last week I started a two part sermon series called Recipes from The Book… the Bible The Bible is truly God’s recipe book for happiness, success, joy, purity, eternal life, etc Last week we looked at the Recipe for Disaster, and our example was King ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jason Jones avatar

    Where The Deer And Antelope Play

    Contributed by Jason Jones on Apr 30, 2012
     | 7,713 views

    A talk on Paul's instruction to remain strong in the Lord amidst temptations in a worldly-culture.

    Text: 1 Cor 16:13-14, Title: Where the Deer and Antelope Play, Date/Place: NRBC, 4/29/12, AM Opening illustration: Background to passage: All of these words are present tense imperatives. Main thought: Paul gives them a final word of exhortation as he closes out the letter ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Stephen Sheane avatar

    The Lord’s Prayer 3 - Protection Series

    Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Feb 26, 2010
     | 4,928 views

    Part of prayer is also asking for God’s help from temptation and the tempter.

    THE LORD’S PRAYER - PROTECTION In March, 1989, an asteroid a half mile across, moving at the speed of 44,000 miles per hour, shot across the very path the earth travels, missing us by only six hours. Did you know about this danger? Every day an estimated twenty tons of material from space enters ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    Considering Jesus And Not Turning Back

    Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Oct 20, 2019
    based on 3 ratings
     | 3,607 views

    An encouragement to give Jesus due consideration, and an exhortation to avoid the temptation of drawing back.

    CONSIDERING JESUS AND NOT TURNING BACK. Hebrews 3:1-19. The writer to the Hebrews was at pains to ensure that the eyes of his readers remained focused on Jesus. For Hebrew Christians to go back to the law of Moses was not an option. Moses was faithful - but Jesus is counted worthy of more ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Spiritual Equilibrium Part 2

    Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Feb 3, 2019
     | 4,581 views

    This message focuses on the last two temptations that Jesus faced and how He responded.

    Spiritual Equilibrium: Part 2 Scriptures: Matthew 4:5-11; Mark 16:17-18 This is part two of my message “Spiritual Equilibrium.” In part one we reviewed the first of three temptations that Jesus experienced at the hands of Satan. Last week we learned that we needed to have a balance in our flesh, ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Draw The Line PRO Sermon

    Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 16, 2023
    based on 3 ratings
     | 934 views

    To encourage believers to stand firm in their convictions, resist temptation, and trust in God's Word.

    Good morning, church family! Today, we're diving into a powerful message drawn straight from the first chapter of the book of Daniel. Our topic? Knowing where to draw the line on temptation, staying true to your convictions, and placing unwavering trust in God's Word. As one poet, Oliver Wendell ...read more

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